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Kuleba in phone call with Blinken: Time for ‘Patriots’ has come: Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken ...
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Poland acted with ‘full restraint’ after missile killed two people, ambassador tells UN
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Kuleba in phone call with Blinken: Time for ‘Patriots’ has come: Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine Dmytro Kuleba and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken ...
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Ukraine cannot fight evil with empty hands : The trapped US funds are the difference between life and death for many of us
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Quick Glance: Ukraine urgently needs support against Russia
- The trapped US funds are the difference between life and death for many Ukrainians.
- Despite being thousands of miles away from Ukraine, the war's impact is deeply felt.
- Russia is committing systematic war crimes in Ukraine.
- Ukraine is fighting for survival and basic values in a war for peace.
Poland arrests man suspected of spying for Russia to aid Zelenskyy assassination plot
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Quick Glance: Polish Authorities Detain Man Allegedly Involved in Russian Espionage for Zelenskyy Assassination Plan
- A Polish citizen was detained by Polish authorities on suspicion of spying for Russia's military intelligence to potentially assassinate Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
- He intended to share critical details about the Rzeszow-Jasionka airport in southeastern Poland, crucial for international military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
- In case of a conviction, he could potentially face a sentence of up to eight years in prison.
- Prosecutors emphasized the arrest resulted from a close collaboration with Ukrainian counterparts who provided vital information leading to the detainment.
After their PM halts Ukraine aid, Slovaks dig deep to help: A crowdfunding campaign to buy artillery shells for Ukraine quickly exceeds its target of €1m (£850m) ...
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Ukraine air defense: G7 ministers seeking urgent support : Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) major powers warned on Thursday that Ukraine risked ...
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US aid delays leave Ukrainians at low ebb: Faltering western assistance and Russia’s fresh initiative on battlefield chip away at country’s morale
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Are House Republicans finally willing to approve $60bn for Ukraine?: After a months-long internecine stand-off, Speaker Mike Johnson thinks he can get military ...
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Quick Glance: Biden's Backing of House Aid Package for Israel and Ukraine
- President Joe Biden endorses an aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
- Crucial bipartisan support emerges for the approval of $95 billion in funding for U.S. allies.
- The package includes economic assistance for Kyiv in the form of forgivable loans and enhanced monitoring of military funds.
- Democrats and progressives oppose aspects of the package, while some Republicans reject House Speaker Mike Johnson.
No missile attack against Iran, Iranian official tells Reuters: Explosions heard in Isfahan were a result of the activation of Iran's air defence systems ...
reuters.com/world/middle-east/no-missile-attack-against-iran-iranian-official-tells-reuters-2024-04-19/
Focus: Ukraine's growing arms sector thwarted by cash shortages and attacks: Hundreds of Ukrainian businesses making weapons and military equipment have sprung ...
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US aims to begin new North Korea sanctions monitoring regime by next month: The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations said on Friday that she hoped to find a new ...
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Mike Pence warns Putin will wage war on NATO if Ukraine loses: Former U.S. vice president calls on Congress to approve funding for Ukraine aid ...
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Blasts Heard Near Air Base in Iran’s Isfahan: Semi-Official Fars: An explosion was heard early Friday in Iran’s central city of Isfahan, the semi-official Fars ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Missile Strikes Iran
- Following an unprecedented Iranian attack, 300 drones and missiles were launched at Israel.
- Explosions near an army base in Isfahan activated local air defense systems.
- US officials report that Israel conducted a missile strike on Iran.
- Flights were suspended over several Iranian cities as Israel responded to an attack.
Burkina Faso's pro-Russia junta expels French diplomats: The junta has accused three diplomats of "subversive activities", which France has denied.
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CIA director warns Ukraine could lose war with Russia by the end of the year unless US sends more aid
cnn.com/2024/04/18/politics/cia-director-ukraine-russia-warning/
Germany arrests two suspected of spying for Russia, planning attacks: Two German-Russian nationals have been arrested in southern Germany on suspicion of spying ...
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Ukraine War: The protective shield is crumbling: Russian attacks on civilian targets are increasing, President Zelensky is urgently asking for more anti-aircraft ...
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60 billion dollars for Kiev: This is what the big Ukraine liberation strike from the USA looks like
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Kremlin says any new 'colonial' U.S. aid to Ukraine won't change frontline situation
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Possible attack on Zelenskyj - Poland arrests man: Polish police are said to have arrested a suspect suspected of being involved in a planned assassination ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/18/moglicher-anschlag-auf-selenskyj-polen-nimmt-mann-fest
Ukraine warns of WW3 ahead of long-stalled Congress aid vote: Denys Shmyhal tells the BBC his country desperately needs the US to approve long-stalled security ...
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Ukraine says Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region kill at least 8: A major Russian missile attack on the central Dnipropetrovsk region killed at least eight ...
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Yellen calls Republican delays in approving Ukraine aid inexcusable: U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Wednesday underscored the Biden administration's ...
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Ukraine War: Why the Istanbul Negotiations Failed: An American political magazine reconstructs the Istanbul meetings just a few weeks after the start of the war ...
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Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
In Unusual Vote, Democrats Rescue Measure to Allow Vote on Ukraine Bill: A resolution to pave the way for the foreign aid package was on track to die in ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/us/politics/democrats-vote-ukraine-bill.html
Ukraine’s desperate need for air defences: Nato allies should donate from their armouries even if that leaves them depleted
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Minister: Denmark first to buy military aid for Ukraine from Ukrainian manufacturer
kyivindependent.com/denmark-first-to-buy-weapons-for-ukraine-from-ukrainian-manufacturer-in-deal-worth-28-5-million/
TikTok Bill to Be Bundled With Aid to Ukraine and Israel, House Speaker Indicates
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/technology/tiktok-ban-ukraine-israel-aid.html
Quick Glance: ByteDance Given 24 Hours to Provide DSA Risk Assessment for TikTok Lite
- The EU demands TikTok owner ByteDance to submit a risk assessment for TikTok Lite within 24 hours to address compliance questions related to the Digital Services Act.
- EU's concerns focus on the launch of TikTok Lite, especially on a reward-linked engagement feature that could have a negative impact on young people's mental health.
- The EU has requested TikTok to provide more information on the risk assessment of the new program and the measures to mitigate systemic risks.
- The company has until April 26 to provide additional information before the EU decides on potential further steps, such as a formal investigation.
Slovak citizens raise $1.6 million for Czech ammunition initiative after government refuses to contribute
kyivindependent.com/slovak-citizens-raise-1-6-million-for-czech-ammunition-initiative/
China is a threat to Europe’s gunpowder supply, defense boss warns : Saab boss warns Beijing dominates supplies of a key component to make powder to fire shells ...
politico.eu/article/saab-ceo-warns-against-reliance-china-make-weapons-europe/
Zelensky begs for help: is Ukraine losing the war?: The situation in Ukraine is coming to a head, President Zelensky is pleading for help. The EU is alarmed ...
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We can buy Patriot systems for Ukraine, says Dutch PM: Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands, has proposed at the EU leaders summit in Brussels that ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451755/
Two men arrested in Germany for Russian espionage: Two German-Russians were arrested in Germany on suspicion of espionage and preparing sabotage operations ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/18/verdacht-auf-russische-spionage-zwei-manner-in-deutschland-festgenommen
We have no plan B – Ukraine's Foreign Minister on new aid package for Ukraine in Congress
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Ukraine Says It Attacked Russian Military Air Base in Crimea: Ukraine said it attacked a large air base in Russian-occupied Crimea, highlighting its ability to ...
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Zelensky calls for more anti-aircraft defenses and more support from allies: The defense against Iran's attack on Israel shows many people in Ukraine how ...
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Scholz hopes NATO countries can deliver 6 more Patriots to Ukraine: There are six additional Patriot systems in NATO countries that could be delivered to Ukraine ...
kyivindependent.com/scholz-hopes-nato-countries-can-deliver-6-more-patriots-to-ukraine/
Robert Habeck visits Ukraine: His delicate mission: Robert Habeck is in Ukraine. It is a sensitive visit by the Vice Chancellor. Because he must disappoint some ...
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Quick Glance: Robert Habeck: German Solidarity with Ukraine
- Robert Habeck emphasizes German solidarity with Ukraine in the war.
- He brings business representatives to promote deals and investments.
- Germany is providing Ukraine with a third Patriot air defense system.
- Habeck discusses economic cooperation and energy supply in Kiev.
Republican Spartz suggests removing military aid for Ukraine from Johnson's bill: Ukrainian-born congresswoman Victoria Spartz has submitted several amendments ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451907/
Russia, Iran turning Israel and Ukraine into ‘battlefield laboratories,’ experts say
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
EU official: G7 considers using frozen Russian assets as collateral for Ukraine loans
kyivindependent.com/g7-considers-using-frozen-russian-assets-as-collateral-for-loans-for-ukraine/
Air Force: Ukraine downs 13 Russian drones overnight on April 18: The drones were intercepted by Ukrainian anti-aircraft units and mobile fire groups in Kherson ...
kyivindependent.com/air-force-ukraine-downs-13-out-of-13-russian-drones-overnight-on-april-18/
IMF: Ukraine needs $42 billion in budget support for 2024: Speaking in Washington, IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said she was "confident" ...
kyivindependent.com/imf-ukraine-needs-42-billion-in-budget-support-for-2024/
Every unit should get it: Kiev hands over a vital weapon to troops: Since the large-scale invasion by Russian troops, Ukraine has been particularly intensively ...
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Zelensky meets German vice-chancellor in Kyiv to discuss air defense: Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky held a meeting with Germany's ...
kyivindependent.com/zelensky-meets-german-vice-chancellor-in-kyiv/
Ukraine air defense: G7 ministers seeking urgent support : Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) major powers warned on Thursday that Ukraine risked ...
reuters.com/world/g7-foreign-ministers-seek-urgent-defence-support-ukraine-2024-04-18/
German investor accuses Ukraine of corruption: “Reminiscent of Yanukovych’s darkest times”
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/geopolitik/deutscher-investor-wirft-ukraine-korruption-vor-erinnert-an-dunkelste-zeiten-janukowitschs-li.2207127
Russia's war: EU holds out prospect of further aid for Ukraine: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky was connected to the EU summit in Brussels via video ...
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Farmers' protests: Ukraine and the EU's agricultural policy: For almost two years now, Ukrainian agricultural goods have been freely imported into the EU ...
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Tupolev bomber crashes in Russia: Three of the four pilots were able to save themselves using the ejector seat. The search is still ongoing for the fourth pilot ...
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 785: As the war enters its 785th day, these are the main developments.
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Ukraine: Attack on Dzhankoi base allegedly with Atacms missiles: While the Ukrainian troops are under pressure at the front, they are trying to hit the enemy far ...
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Warning in the Ukraine war: Russian advance without US weapons for Kiev: The Institute for the Study of War warns that Russia's troops could make rapid gains on ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/17/warnung-im-ukraine-krieg-russen-kommen-schnell-voran-wenn-kiew-keine-us-waffen-bekommt
Medvedev rages over Georgia protests: “Experienced Hollywood hand is behind it”: The protests in Georgia displease the Russian leadership. She senses the ...
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Ukraine air defences, Iran-Israel conflict top agenda at G7 meeting: Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) wealthy industrialized democracies gathered ...
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LIVE: US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin testifies to the House Appropriations Committee on Israel, Gaza, Iran and Ukraine
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Foreign investor in Ukraine accuses officials of corruption: Anglo-German businessman makes extortion claims against figures in security services and ...
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Russia begins to withdraw its peacekeeper forces from Karabakh: The region is now under the full control of Azerbaijan after a brief conflict last year.
euronews.com/2024/04/18/russia-begins-to-withdraw-its-peacekeeper-forces-from-karabakh
Spying on US base: Russian saboteurs arrested in Bavaria: Two suspected Russian spies are arrested in Bavaria. The Federal Prosecutor's Office accuses them of ...
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Pentagon chief and top US general warn of consequences of delaying aid to Ukraine
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For the assassination attempt on Volodomyr Zelenskyj: Poles are said to have spied on the airport
berliner-zeitung.de/news/fuer-attentat-auf-selenskyj-pole-soll-flughafen-ausspioniert-haben-li.2207377
Border Guard: Polish farmers renew blockade at 2 border crossings with Ukraine: Protesting Polish farmers have temporarily renewed the blockade of trucks at the ...
kyivindependent.com/border-guard-polish-farmers-renew-blockade-at-2-border-crossings/
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- Netanyahu vows Israel will make its own defense decisions
- US House to vote on Ukraine ...
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EU leaders under pressure to bolster Ukraine’s struggling air defences: The EU’s 27 leaders face mounting pressure to step up efforts to protect Ukraine’s skies ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/17/eu-leaders-under-pressure-to-bolster-ukraines-struggling-air-defences
After stalling for months, Ukraine aid heads to vote in House of Representatives: Despite right-wing outcries, Speaker Mike Johnson is pressing to pass billions ...
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China foreign ministry welcomes Blinken's visit to China as tensions simmer: China's foreign ministry on Thursday welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Antony ...
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Borrell calls on EU states to send anti-missile systems to Ukraine: "We have Patriots, we have anti-missile systems. We have to take them (out) from our ...
kyivindependent.com/borrell-calls-on-eu-states-to-send-anti-missile-systems-to-ukraine/
Why Trump ‘hates Ukraine’: The once and possibly future U.S. president blames the country for his political woes.
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Zelensky: Defense of the airspace and the front is a top priority: In mid-week, Russian missiles hit a building in a town near the Russian border ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/18/selenskyj-verteidigung-des-luftraums-und-der-front-haben-oberste-prioritat
Water levels rise in rivers in Russia's Kurgan, Tomsk regions: Water levels have continued to rise in the Tobol and Ob rivers in Russia's Kurgan and Tomsk ...
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Fewer Russians Getting Married Despite State's Encouragement to Start Families – Official Data
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/fewer-russians-getting-married-despite-states-encouragement-to-start-families-official-data-a84886
Latvia calls for help in protecting Ukrainian skies, as in Israel : Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa believes that it is now crucial to help Ukraine protect ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451713/
Ukraine, Czech Republic begin bilateral security agreement negotiations: In lieu of NATO membership, Kyiv is seeking to sign similar agreements with as many of ...
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-czech-republic-begin-bilateral-security-agreement-negotiations/
Kharkiv’s Resilient But Exhausted Villagers Need Our Protection: Opinion | I run a small charity based in Ukraine’s Kharkiv region.
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/kharkivs-resilient-but-exhausted-villagers-need-our-protection-a84890
EU summit after attack on Israel: extension of Iran sanctions decided: Iran must be isolated internationally after the major attack on Israel ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/nach-irans-angriff-auf-israel-eu-krisengipfel-staaten-beschliessen-ausweitung-von-iran-sanktionen-li.2207040
Biden urges Congress to act on Israel aid, says Iran aims ‘to destroy Israel forever’
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How Russia targeted France and radicalised Emmanuel Macron: He is now one of Europe’s leading Russia hawks
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/how-russia-targeted-france-and-radicalised-emmanuel-macron
'The war in Ukraine has, in practice, thrown Russia into China's arms': In the global balance of power, Russia's pivot towards China and its possible integration ...
lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2024/04/17/the-war-in-ukraine-has-in-practice-thrown-russia-into-china-s-arms_6668676_23.html
Dutch PM offers to buy Patriot systems from allies for Ukraine: Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte offered on April 17 to buy Patriot air defense systems from more ...
kyivindependent.com/dutch-pm-offers-to-buy-patriot-systems-from-allies-for-ukraine/
German police arrest two men for plotting sabotage on Russia's behalf: The two German-Russian nationals are accused of planning attacks on US military sites ...
euronews.com/2024/04/18/german-police-arrest-two-men-for-plotting-sabotage-on-russias-behalf
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